What it means
そうすると links a preceding action, condition, or situation to a result that follows from it. It can mean “if you do that, then” or “in that case,” with そう referring back to the preceding content. The result is usually presented as a natural, expected, or practically relevant consequence. そうすると commonly begins a new sentence and is also used in organized explanations and formal speech.
Usage note
そうすると is a neutral connective and can appear after either familiar or polite sentences. In more formal or polite language, そうしますと is a conventional counterpart. Do not confuse this expression with そうだ or そうな, which have different meanings and grammatical functions.
How to use it
毎日練習を続けます。そうしますと、試合で実力を発揮できます。
If you continue practicing every day, then you can demonstrate your ability in a competition.
毎日練習を続ける。そうすると、試合で実力を発揮できる。
If you continue practicing every day, then you can demonstrate your ability in a competition.
Example sentences
毎朝、出発前に天気予報を確認します。そうすると、急な雨にも落ち着いて対応できます。
Every morning, I check the weather forecast before leaving. If I do that, I can calmly deal with sudden rain as well.
申込書に必要事項をすべて記入してください。そうすると、窓口での確認が一度で済